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UK//wɒts ðæt smɛl//US//wɑts ðæt smɛl//

Meaning of What's that smell

A question asking about a particular odor in the air.

In simple words: A way to ask about a strange smell.

What's that smell in a sentence

  • As they entered the room, Sarah exclaimed, 'What's that smell?'
  • In the car, Jake suddenly asked, 'What's that smell coming from the trunk?'
  • While cooking, he turned to his friend and said, 'What's that smell? Did something burn?'
  • Walking in the park, I wondered, 'What's that smell of fresh bread?'
  • At the picnic, she scrunched her nose and asked, 'What's that smell over there?'

How to use What's that smell

Used informally when encountering an unfamiliar or bad smell. It may not be appropriate in very formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Imagine asking a friend while sniffing flowers: 'What's that smell?' to remember it.

Related words

Collocations with What's that smell

  • foul smell
  • strange smell
  • burning smell

Synonyms for What's that smell

  • What's that odor?
  • What is that scent?
  • What is that aroma?

Common mistakes with What's that smell

  • Used incorrectly in formal situations.
  • Not specifying the source of the smell.
  • Forgetting to use it in a question format.

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Frequently asked questions about What's that smell

What does What's that smell mean?

A way to ask about a strange smell.

What is the definition of What's that smell?

A question asking about a particular odor in the air.

How do you use What's that smell in a sentence?

As they entered the room, Sarah exclaimed, 'What's that smell?'

Can you give another example of What's that smell?

In the car, Jake suddenly asked, 'What's that smell coming from the trunk?'

What are synonyms for What's that smell?

Common alternatives include What's that odor?, What is that scent?, What is that aroma?.

What words go with What's that smell?

It commonly pairs with foul smell, strange smell, burning smell.

What are common mistakes when using What's that smell?

Used incorrectly in formal situations. Not specifying the source of the smell. Forgetting to use it in a question format.

How do you pronounce What's that smell?

US: //wɑts ðæt smɛl//, UK: //wɒts ðæt smɛl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use What's that smell?

Used informally when encountering an unfamiliar or bad smell. It may not be appropriate in very formal settings.